After having tried yoga in many forms, at many studios, I was still unconvinced this was the 'thing' for me UNTIL.... I tried Art of Balance and met Bettina. The practice space like no other: a beautiful space filled with natural light, the view of nature and the sounds of the birds and breeze in the big gum trees. I feel like just arriving at the studio is the first step of my your yoga practice: the invitation to stop, notice and connect myself back to nature. In addition, Bettina holds a space that is relaxed, comfortable, joyful and safe. She welcomes all students to come as they are, share what they feel and take out of each class what they need. Her technical skill in guiding students through the postures and movements (or stillness) coupled with her wisdom in guiding students through the mindful, reflective and mediative elements of yoga is simply divine! She is fountain of knowledge and wisdom from many complimentary sources (reiki, Chinese medicine and astrology to name a few) and has a huge, generous heart that she shares with all her students. A session of yoga here is therapy - physically and emotionally. You leave feel invigorated, inspired, relaxed and strong all in equal measure. Bettina has helped me strengthen my body, calm my mid, and bring the wisdom of yoga off the mat into my life and decision making at challenging times. I am so grateful to have found a person and a place that is simply magical. Bettina, you are just wonderful, and my life is richer for having you and your unique style of yoga in it. You genuinely teach and embody the Art of Balance!

Bettina creates safe, professional space to relax and connect with my body. Her reflexology work is intuitive and profound, and I feel it directly connects with what my body needs and moves the energy through. Not all reflexologists have the gift of being able to destress the body like Bettina. Treat yourself to the gift!

Bettina is such a positive person who shares her energy freely with everyone around her. She is extremely knowledgeable in her practise and a great teacher.

I have been attending classes with Bettina for about 5 years now. She is the kindest, most intuitive and caring teacher who delivers sessions for all abilities and Bettina encourages each individual to work within their own boundaries. I love that you are never pushed to compete with others, but gently encouraged to push within your own capabilities. Bettina’s classes are incredibly nurturing and I always leave feeling wonderful. I couldn’t recommend her more highly and think the absolute world of her and am so incredibly grateful she came into my life. 💕🙏❤️

Bettina is a true energetic master. Her classes are suitable for both the beginning student and seasoned yogis or yoginis. I’ve been practicing with Bettina for a number of years now and cannot rate this studio and it’s community-minded approach highly enough! Namaste Art of Balance. ❤️🤸‍♀️

I have been going to the Art of Balance Yoga classes for more than 10 years and I have no intention of stopping. Bettina is amazing. She has so much knowledge and expertise, and after trying many different yoga businesses, I was lucky enough to stumble across the Art of Balance Yoga. Bettina has provided me with the movements and mindset to significantly reduce and at times, even eliminate, the severe and chronic back pain I have lived with almost my entire life, and this has been long lasting. Bettina truly cares about her students and offers so much more than mindfulness and asana practice. She also provides heart-felt and genuine warmth, gentleness, wisdom, humour, individual care and attention and a beautiful, safe and supportive environment for all who enter her studio door. Joining her yoga community was one of the best decisions I ever made and I cannot recommend her highly enough.

Bettina’s yoga studio was recommended to me by a mum back in 2016. I had crippling back pain, spondylolisthesis and recovering pelvic instability from 3rd pregnancy. I remember my first visit being unable to flatten my spine against the floor with the sharp protruding vertebrae. Nestled in nature, feeling warmth from fellow yoginis, and nurtured by Bettina’s gentle reminder to listen to your body, I persevered. I’m 53 now and a regular visitor astounded by my body’s capabilities.

I love yoga with Bettina who embraces life, reminds us to keep having fun, be kind to each other and love ourselves. Bettina gives me a huge dose of positivity to fill my soul.

Bettina is such a beautiful person, her energy and wealth of knowledge make each class such a special time. Bettina has created a community within her studio. Unlike other studios where you look at someone’s back, here we face each other and we create a connection and community!

I’ve not long moved into the area I was in search for a yoga studio. I came across Bettina…I was not disappointed, she has created a unique environment, style and energy to her yoga class… it’s more than a yoga class. She is warm, inviting, insightful and listens carefully to your needs. The ambience she has captured in the room has charm and warmth her view of the Salty Water Creek is very pleasant to the eye. I thoroughly enjoy her classes. I recently had a massage with Bettina and I will say she has healing hands. I highly recommend; The Art Of Balance… Do yourself a favour and try one of her modalities…namaste.

A true jewel in the heart of Frankston. When ever I come to class with a particular ache or pain, Bettina knows which sequence of postures to resolve it for me. Her understanding of yoga asanas and healing is deep. It is obvious she has studied this art in depth for a long time. Bettina is a great Yoga teacher.

It’s been about 5 or so years since I’ve moved to a different area and then a different city, but my heart still longs Bettina’s classes and her beautiful studio. I always felt at peace there. Her practices are so transformative and magical like no other. Bettina puts her heart and soul into every single practice. And even though I’m not able to attend her studio anymore I am forever touched by Bettina’s beautiful warm and loving energy, and forever grateful for meeting her.

Bettina is a wonderful yoga teacher, but recently I booked a Reiki session. I was a little skeptical (is this a massage, therapy, how does she move energy???) but I gave it a go. Well, it was fabulous. We discussed some areas of my life where I felt there was a blockage in energy and another where I was at a crossroad. Shortly after, I felt real clarity and those blocked energies really did move. It was noticeable. My husband wants me to book in again! Thank you Bettina, you really are a special human being.

When I found Bettina’s studio, I had been out of my yoga practise for a couple of years. Although I have practised yoga for many years in many different studios, it was refreshing to find Bettina. Everything about her space and teaching is authentic and full of joy. She will always welcome you with a bright smile and open heart, and always makes time for conversation and connection within the group. Bettina gives 100% to every student and will guide you to practise safely and challenge your body awareness. Finding Bettina’s cute and homely studio has made my move to Frankston South that bit more special and I feel blessed to have found her. Namaste 🙏

At the beginning of 2020 I was looking for a yin yoga class and was blessed to find Bettina. After only a few classes the world changed and a lot of our interaction was via zoom. However, her joy, enthusiasm and care were just as evident in this medium, and to have this space during such a challenging time was gold! Later that year. Bettina started early morning meditations, which she continues to run. She has an amazing gift, guiding without instructing, allowing growth, realisation, change & acceptance. She calls it - inner work and it is. I have found an inner confidence, a more easeful, peaceful way of being and so much more joy. I rediscovered my love of writing, joined a writers group and contributed a story to a published anthology. I continue to practice yoga and meditation with Bettina because, as she says -every time is different - and every time you learn or receive something different from your practice. It is my gift to myself. Bettina’s studio is a sanctuary and she is just a beautiful human. You cannot help but feel comfortable in her presence.

Bettina lives and breathes yoga life, and so generously shares space and deep knowledge with her community. Her classes are everything you would hope for from beginner to advanced, young to younger… Philosophy is woven through her classes which is so relatable to modern life off the mat. I’m so grateful to have walked through these studio doors… and the view of nature outside the studio is a beautiful bonus. 10 out of 10 recommend.

Today I have had the great pleasure of meeting Bettina from The Art of Balance -Yoga and Massage. My booking was for a one hour massage. I have to say that the meeting with Bettina and the hour that ensued, was a magical experience. Her awesome expertise in the art of massage was evident from the first contact. Bettina was not just massaging my body, she was very much in tune with how I was feeling emotionally and spiritually whilst giving my body the care that it needed. This was not an ordinary massage experience, it was very nourishing for BOTH my body and soul. Thank you for our time and magic shared. Namaste.

For the past 6 years I have treasured my yoga practice with Bettina. Even when my shoulder injury limited my classes for some time, Bettina’s wonderful massage treatments, reflexology and other modalities facilitated gentle healing within a safe and beautiful space. Furthermore, due to her ongoing quest to help her yoga community, Bettina is now offering Counselling as her Life Coaching studies continue. I’ve learned my chronic pain is largely tied to trapped energy due to trauma and I had a rather awe inspiring counselling session with Bettina. She coached me through the uncomfortable and frankly quite emotional painful memories. (In the past I’ve been treated with the anti-depressants and anti-anxiety medication, which obviously just mask the symptoms.) With the help of Bettina’s gentle, open nature, she introduced a new coping mechanism for me through tapping (EFT) allowing the trapped energy to be released thereby actually giving me immediate relief. This was unprecedented for me as I have been in and out of therapy since my mid teens, to little or no avail. I can now use this technique any time, which is incredible for me going forward. Bettina’s level of professionalism and care, coupled with her boundless, bright energy and constant attention and affection for her clients is amazing. Over the years she has been an inspiration to me that the body, mind and spirit together have boundless potential for self healing and recovery - given the correct nurturing environment. Thank you Bettina for all you are and all the energy you put into helping, not only me but your entire community. We are so fortunate to have you. 🙏🏻💜